Prospective evaluation of patient-reported outcomes during treatment with deferasirox or deferoxamine for iron overload in patients with beta-thalassemia.

Author: AbetzLinda, AbishSharon, AgaogluLeyla, BaladiJean-Francois, BejaouiMohamed, CappelliniMaria Domenica, CarioHolger, CoatesThomas, FersterAlina, GirotRobert, JengMichael, LaiMaria Eliana, LoggettoSandra, MangiagliAntonio, OpitzHerbert, PorterJohn, Ressayre-DjafferCatherine, RofailDiana, StraussGabriele, VichinskyElliott, WatmanNora, ZoumbosNicolaos

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Iron chelation therapy (ICT) with deferoxamine (DFO), the current standard for the treatment of iron overload in patients with transfusion-dependent disorders such as beta-thalassemia, requires regular subcutaneous or intravenous infusions. This can lead to reduced quality of life and poor adherence...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinthera.2007.05.007

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Deferasirox: A New Hope for Iron Overload in Beta-Thalassemia

This study delves into the vast and often challenging terrain of [iron overload] in patients with [beta-thalassemia], exploring the potential of [deferasirox], an oral iron chelator, as a new treatment option. The researchers compared [deferasirox] with [deferoxamine], the current standard of care, which requires regular injections, to assess its effectiveness and impact on patient-reported outcomes.

Improving Patient Outcomes in Beta-Thalassemia

The study found that [deferasirox], due to its oral administration, has the potential to improve [quality of life] and [adherence] to treatment in patients with [beta-thalassemia]. The researchers suggest that [deferasirox] could lead to reduced morbidity and mortality in these patients.

Navigating the Challenges of Iron Overload

This research highlights the importance of finding effective and convenient treatment options for [iron overload] in patients with [beta-thalassemia]. The study's findings suggest that [deferasirox] could offer a significant improvement over the current standard of care.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study offers a glimpse of hope for patients with beta-thalassemia who struggle with iron overload. Deferasirox, an oral iron chelator, appears to be a promising alternative to deferoxamine, potentially improving quality of life and treatment adherence. However, further research is needed to fully evaluate the long-term benefits and risks of deferasirox.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2007-09-05
  2. Date Revised 2022-11-18
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

17697909

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.clinthera.2007.05.007

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